Cheqroom vs ManageEngine AssetExplorer
Side-by-side from the Top 11 rankings of The 11 Best Asset Tracking Software Tools for Business (2026) and The 11 Best IT Asset Management Software (2026). Last verified June 28, 2026.
The short answer
ManageEngine AssetExplorer ranks higher on Top 11 (#6 vs #8) for Operations and IT managers tracking physical assets, equipment, and inventory in real time / IT managers tracking hardware and software assets across the organization. A cost-effective ITAM tool that integrates perfectly with other ManageEngine IT management products.
At a glance
| Cheqroom | ManageEngine AssetExplorer | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #8 / The 11 Best Asset Tracking Software Tools for Business (2026) | #6 / The 11 Best IT Asset Management Software (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 7.8 | 8.2 |
| Best for | AV and media equipment | Integrated Mid-Market Suite |
| Pricing | $$$ ($150 to $500+/mo) | $$ (Starts ~$955/year for 250 assets) |
| HQ | Ghent, Belgium | Chennai, India |
| Founded | 2014 | 1996 |
Cheqroom
The top choice for managing AV and creative gear with tailored reservation features.
www.cheqroom.comSee full entry in The 11 Best Asset Tracking Software Tools for Business (2026)
ManageEngine AssetExplorer
A cost-effective ITAM tool that integrates perfectly with other ManageEngine IT management products.
www.manageengine.com/products/asset-explorer/See full entry in The 11 Best IT Asset Management Software (2026)
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